fit the bill
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English[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From earlier fill the bill, perhaps from the program (or bill) of theatrical acts.
Pronunciation[edit]
Audio (General Australian): (file)
Verb[edit]
fit the bill (third-person singular simple present fits the bill, present participle fitting the bill, simple past and past participle fit the bill)
- (idiomatic) To satisfy a need; to serve a purpose; to fulfill specified requirements.
- Synonym: do it
Translations[edit]
to satisfy a need; to serve a purpose; to fulfill specified requirements
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